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Jan
21

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Born on January 15, 1929, Martin Luther King Jr. grew to become one of the greatest Social Activists the world has ever known. At 35, he became the youngest person to win the Nobel Peace prize. He was assassinated on April 4, 1968 while making a speech from the balcony of his hotel room in Memphis, Tennessee.
His birthday became a National Holiday by an act of Congress in 1983. Many consider it a day to serve your community.

Jan
23

Walk In Wednesday!

Join us today for an ALL DAY OPEN HOUSE! Visit classrooms, meet our AMAZING teachers and learn all of the wonderful things that TLE South Elgin has to offer you and your family.

Jan
23

National Handwriting Day

National Handwriting Day is an opportunity to reintroduce yourself to a pen or pencil and a piece of paper. In this day of computers, more and more information, notes, and letters are sent back and forth via a keyboard and cyberspace.

Jan
24

Compliment Day

How nice of you to visit our site today. I can see by your choice of websites, that you are an intelligent person. You are a kind and inquisitive person. I love the way you...
Yes, its Compliment Day. Today is a great opportunity to say something positive about the people you come into contact with. Everyone has good attributes. That's right, everyone!

Jan
25

National Preschool Fitness Day

Did you know 3 to 5-year olds should be physically active for 3 hours a day? National Preschool Fitness Day was created to promote healthy lifestyle habits for preschoolers by bringing attention to the importance of physical fitness for young children.

Jan
29

National Puzzle Day

Don't be puzzled by today. National Puzzle Day honors puzzles of all size, shape and form. Crossword puzzles are by far the most common. Sudoku, a number puzzle, is the most recent puzzle rage. There's easy puzzles, and there's puzzles for experts. They fit the needs of every person, and every skill level.

Jan
31

Inspire Your Heart with Art Day

This is a day to ponder how art affects our lives and emotions and encourages us to find inspiration in the art that surrounds us!

Jan
31

Inspire Your Heart With Art Day

Inspire Your Heart With Art Day celebrates art and the effect it can have on your heart. Art is valued and appreciated for all sorts of reasons.
Look at a piece of art and ask yourself: What is is telling me? How does it make me feel? What emotions is it evoking (if any) within me?

Feb
17

Random Acts of Kindness Day

Brighten someone’s day today by giving them a compliment or performing a thoughtful act. Remember, it’s the little things that count!

Feb
22

Digital Learning Day

Today marks an opportunity for us to celebrate how the use of technology in the classroom can positively effect students’ learning experiences.

Mar
1

Dr. Seuss Day

A full twenty-four hours to make a mess with The Cat in the Hat, dance around with the Fox in Sox, count the red and blue fish, and listen to Sam I Am’s friend complain about his dish of green eggs and ham!

Mar
14

International Ask A Question Day

Today marks the celebration of one of our little learners’ favorite pastimes – asking questions! This holiday was created to honor the life and legacy of Albert Einstein, who famously stated, “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.”

Apr
5

Kids Yoga Day

Studies show that just five minutes of yoga a day can boost the mental and physical health of children. Let’s celebrate Kids Yoga Day by going Yippie for Yoga with our TLE friend, Om the Octopus!

Apr
19

World Photo Day

Share your world with the world today by capturing it in a snapshot!

Apr
22

Earth Day

Earth Day was founded to increase awareness of the world’s environmental issues. To celebrate this holiday, participate in activities that help protect and improve our environment, such as planting a tree, cleaning up litter, or invest in environmentally friendly products.

May
7

National Teacher Appreciation Day

Let the exceptional teachers in your life know that you appreciate all that they do by saying “thank you” to them today!

May
12

Mother's Day

This day is dedicated to honoring mothers and celebrating all the amazing things mothers do!

May
23

Red Nose Day

Dedicated to ending childhood poverty, Red Nose Day brings people together to have fun, raise money, and change the lives of children who need our help the most.

Jun
15

Father's Day

This day is dedicated to honoring fathers and the impact they have on their children!

Jun
17

Eat Your Vegetables Day

Don’t leave any veggies on your plate today! Enjoy every nutritional bite of these healthy foods to celebrate this holiday.

Jun
21

International Yoga Day

Get out your yoga mat and join others around the world in celebrating the physical and mental benefits of practicing yoga.

Jul
12

National Simplicity Day

In our fast, ever-increasingly busy lifestyles, National Simplicity Day is the time to take a step back and begin to simplify our lives. Give yourself time to slow down and enjoy the little things in life with your family today.

Jul
22

National Parents' Day

National Parents’ Day is dedicated to show appreciation to the great parents out there, especially the ones you call “mom” and “dad.”

Aug
3

Friendship Day

People celebrate Friendship Day by spending time with their friends and letting their friends know how much they mean to them.

Sep
8

National Grandparents Day

Today is dedicated to showing appreciation to the grandparents in our lives!

Sep
22

Elephant Appreciation Day

Elephant Appreciation Day gives people the chance to honor and appreciation this kind, gentle, and family-oriented animal, and gives our little learners the chance to celebrate their friend, Bubbles the Elephant!

Oct
5

World Teachers Day

On this special day, parents and students around the world celebrate the important role teachers play in their lives and the contributions they make to society.

Oct
27

Make a Difference Day

Make a Difference Day was established to encourage us to dedicate one day out of the year to try to make a difference in the world.

Nov
15

National Philanthropy Day

This most generous of holidays was founded to raise awareness of the importance of philanthropy, encourage those not already performing volunteer or charity work to get involved, and to acknowledge the efforts of those who already invest time in helping their fellow humans.

Nov
15

National S.T.E.M./S.T.E.A.M. Day

Our little learners will spend today engaging in activities related to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to help spark their interest in these fascinating subjects!

Dec
3

Make a Gift Day

Celebrate today by hand-crafting gifts for the special people in your life!

Dec
6

Mitten Tree Day

Mitten Tree Day encourages children and parents to donate mittens and warm clothing to help those in need.

Meet Our Team

Stephanie Kuzelis

Regional Director

Joined on: February 5th, 2018

Years in Industry: 15

Education

Aurora University, MAT

University of Hartford, BA in Psychology

As a mother of 4 I am passionate about family connections and children's early learning experiences. In addition to myself, my husband and the kids, we also have 2 Great Danes. In my spare time, I enjoy watching my children play sports, spending time with family at the lake, and hanging out with friends. I am so excited to be a part of your extended TLE family.

Sondra Casey

Center Director

I come to the TLE family with excitement and 20 years of experience working with children and families of all ages and needs. I received my Associates of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education specific to Preschool and I am continuing my education to receive my B.A. in Family and Consumer Science. It is my goal each and every day, to make sure our families feel at home and our children are safe while they are laughing, learning, playing, and growing! With our help, your children will have a foundation that will give them the tools they need to succeed throughout life.
A little bit about me, I live in Oswego with my husband, daughter, and four dogs! Yikes! 😊 I like to spend time with my family, explore the outdoors, work on our house, and sometimes even crochet!

The TLE® Difference

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A Ticket to Travel

This theme will highlight the key concepts of traveling. Children will gain valuable understanding of packing, planning, and proper documentation required for successful travel. The children will pack their bags as they visit a variety of popular destinations and discuss modes of transportation commonly used for travel.

Time Periods

This theme will enable opportunities to learn about different times in history, including Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, the Renaissance, and medieval times. Throughout the month, the children will draw medieval attire as well as work as a class to build a pyramid.

Read to Me

This theme is back by popular demand! The Learning Experience® has a strong outlook on early literacy, and this topic reinforces this belief. The month kicks off with Read Across America Day and the celebration of Dr. Seuss’s birthday. The children will enjoy learning about a variety of authors and many different story genres!

Plants, Gardens, and Bugs, Oh My!

This theme will be sure to have your skin crawling. The children will be discussing life cycles of plants and the benefits to the earth of planting gardens. Meanwhile, as they look at bugs via their magnifying glasses, they will learn how these little creatures aid and benefit plants and gardens alike.

We Are All Special

The children will have the opportunity to learn how we are the same and different. Additional topics include “Families,” “What Makes Us Special,” and “Peacemakers.” You will be invited to take part as this monthly theme will have a special emphasis on doing good and philanthropy.

Camp TLE®

Who says learning has to end during the summer months? At The Learning Experience® (TLE®), all children can stay engaged in hands-on learning activities throughout the summer. Things you can expect from a summer full of memories at TLE®:

Weekly themes

Exciting visits from entertainers such as the "Reptile Guy" and "Peas and Carrots Musical Group"

Awesome Art Projects

Outdoor Sports and Activities

Water Play Days

An Educational Curriculum

New Friends

Summer T-shirts and Backpacks

Fun in the Sun, and Much More!

*Centers may provide off-site field trips for children four years and older. Summer programs may vary by location.

Once Upon a Time at TLE®

One of the things we hear most in the curriculum department is about how much the original TLE® themes are loved. During this month of curriculum, the children will revisit some of the most popular previously written themes, which include “Dinosaurs,” “Fairy Tales,” “Space,” and “Under the Sea!”

In Our Neighborhoods

This theme is an excellent introduction for the children to learn about their centers, communities, and, on a larger scale, their states. As they learn about their local communities, they will also have the opportunity to discover job roles and discuss what they imagine themselves being when they grow up.

Healthy Habits

During this month, learning will focus around the importance of eating healthy. Special attention will be given to including physical hygiene as a part of a daily routine. Physical health and safety practices will also be a part of the exploration this month.

Harvest

Children will have fun opportunities to uncover ideas, including “Down on the Farm,” “The Animals,” “Growing Food and the Tools Used,” and, finally, “Farm to Table” where the children will sample farm fresh foods.

Forces of Nature

Everyone will be amazed with this theme! Children will investigate the earth, wind, and water through hands-on activities and scientific explorations. They will be making their own tornado tubes and glaciers and discussing the cause and effect of such forces.

TLE’s® Work and Family Experience® is an employer sponsored child care
benefit program that is a way for working families to receive a corporate
discount at The Learning Experience® Academies of Early Education.

Our Work & Family Experience® partners with hundred corporations
across the country. To see if your company is a part of our Work and
Family Experience® and find out additional information on the
program click here.

Be a part of the TLE® family and join us in the recognitions that we have received.